About the job
Join Meridian as a Founding Backend Engineer and play a pivotal role in crafting the foundational systems that drive our cutting-edge AI capabilities. In this exciting position, you will be tasked with developing scalable APIs, efficiently managing vast datasets, and establishing a robust and high-performance backend infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Design and develop resilient backend systems that facilitate AI-driven analytics.
Create scalable APIs that provide real-time insights and streamline data management.
Enhance data processing pipelines for both large structured and unstructured datasets.
Maintain system security, performance, and reliability throughout the tech stack.
Collaborate closely with front-end engineers and data scientists to implement impactful features.
Make critical technical decisions, balancing speed and long-term sustainability.
Candidate Profile
Demonstrated expertise in backend development, supported by a strong portfolio or GitHub repository.
Proficiency in Node.js, TypeScript, and Python, with practical experience in scalable backend solutions.
In-depth knowledge of database systems (PostgreSQL, S3, data lakes) and adept at efficient query design.
Proven history of developing robust data pipelines and experience with distributed systems.
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
Strong understanding of security best practices, API authentication, and performance optimization.
Thrives in a dynamic, high-performance startup environment.
Experience in system prompt engineering and LLM output evaluation is a plus.
